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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-02-02

TIVE RECENT ACcIDENT.-The Danyiie
p,gjsfer gives the following particulars Of
tbs accident on the Virginia NIdleud rail
.ood on Monday evening, an account d
which was published in the GAZETTE Yes
'' AS the southbound freight train, twenty
f,nr loaded cars, was crossing the iresl!e
nrer Bannister river, four miles south Of
chatham, Monday night, the whole train
yas precipitated perpendicular distance OF
sIv feet, and now lies wreck in the river
md along its banks. On turning curve
m approaching the river, the engineer dis
corered that the trestle was burning, but
the train was almost upon it before discov.
org He reversed the engine and the brakes
we're applied, but the momentum Of the
rain was too great to be overcome, although
mining at the usual speed Of freight trains
m this road, and the locomotive took II
header iuto the burning mass o! timbeIs.
allowed by the whole train, car after car.
Fireman Tom Purvis jumped from the en-
oine and fell to the bottom OF the trestle.
Ie WAS much shaken up, but not very seri-
onsly Injured. He went back on foot to
chatham and gave information OF the d:sas
fer Doctors went in the wrt cklng train
fran DAn1ilie, but tho wounded had before
their arrival been taken 20 Chatham on
material train sent for them. The treste is
broken down about 200 feet, and the loaded
freight cars are pileh in heap sixty fsel
hiph about it, while the cargo OF hay, meal,
-four. stove coal, machinery and general
merchandise is scattered il aud over
Inc wreck IN idescribable confusion.
The south-bound passenger train haG pass
ed over this trestle within half an hourof the
disaster, and the burning OF tee trestle Is
supposed to have been caused by sparks
from that train. The wreck took fire i'm
mediately, but was extinguished With buck
cts of water by the assistance ofneighboring
farmers, vino soon reached the scene"
A force ofhands is engagedin cleaning away
debris, but it is thought no trains can lun
through for several days. The cars are re-
ported total wreck, aud are being burned
as fast as cleared away. a railroad man
roughly estimates the loss at $50 600. The
dead body of Ed. Martin, the brakeman,
who was burned in the wreck, was found
amid the debris He was twenty four years
old and is from Albemarle county. The
escape of the whole crew from death is
remarkable. The trestle is about sixty feet
in the highest place from the ground.
The names of the wounded and the ma
lure of their injuries were all published in
Yesterday S GAZETTE. A dispatch received
here last night from the scene of the acct
dent saws that the mer are all doing we'll
aud that only two of them will require the
attention of the doctors more than q day or
two. The two most severely hurt were
Conductor J c. Johnson and Brakeman H.
T. Greasy. each of whom had an arm bro
ken
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-02-02

GROUND Hoe DAY-To.day is Candle
mas Day, on which day, it is believed by
many, The ground hog comes from his hiding
place, and if the day is bright, and he sees
his shadow, he will go below and take an
other nap, which should last six weeks; but
if the day is cloudy, and he does not get a
glimpse of himself reflected on the ground,
he will stay above ground, and the winter
may be considered rs being over. As no
shadows were seen to day it is to be hoped
that the ground hog may be n true weather
prophet and that the winter may be really
over
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-02-02

NUNS. PISTOLS, PERCUSSION CAPS, WADs,
VI &c, at q further reduction in prices to close
out. We have on hand the hlerno Felt Wads, Bal.
timore make at manufacturer prices. Call at So
King, corner OF Royal street
dec7 J. II. CREIGHTON & SUN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-02-02

To day the Feast of the Fabrication OF
the Blessed Virgin was observed at 81. Mary's
Church.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
ONE REASON WHY.

We have been aware that even some
Republicans have believed that the
World is sometimes too radically
Republican. We use this opportunity
to say that we have been as honest as
these critics could be. We have
acted on the principle that the lack
of business sense and the disloyalty of the
Democratic party would be asserted when
ever that organization was given control
of the general government. Have we
miscalculated? If we have not miscalcu-
lated, has our course in fighting with
fire at all points such an enemy been
wrong or Illogical?
Mr.. A. B. Bakers persecution at this
time will confirm every reasonable-mind-
ed settler, no matter what his politics
may be, that the World has not made
any charge against Democratic malprac-
tice in public land affairs which can not
easily be proved. We counsel no illegal
action. The law should be enforced, but
it should not-must not-be longer
abused in western Kansas by the agents
OF the government. Local public senti-
ment will verify the truth of these words.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
Literary Society.

The first regular meeting this season Of
the Wa-Keeney Literary Society was held
at Opera Hall Friday evening, Jan. z
Owing to the inclemency of the weather,
there was not very large attendance.
The program, as published, however, was
carried out, with the exception of the de-
bate, after which the following officers
were the present month: President, J W
Carson; Vice President, II K Walker;
Secretary, Clara Bushman; Treasurer,
Viola WEIGH; Marshall, @ A Hoar. Pro-
gram Committee H Kan Walker, Clara
Bushman, Viola WEIGH
Thelprogram committee have handed in
the following program for the next meet
ing, Jan. 81:
Recitation Oracle WEIGH.
Reading-Bessie Kelly.
Declanaation-J D Alsop.
Music
Recitation Dell Fischer.
Reading-Rus Hogin.
Music Quartette.
Essay-Miss McCully.
Recitation May Bartlett.
Debate Resolved that the new settler
in Western Kansas, where there is no
timber, has better chance of making a
living than new settler In an entirely
kmbered country. Affirmative, e. ID.
Wheeler; Negative, A. B. Baker.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
A. w. PURINTON.

This gentleman completed his labors
last week as one of the commissioners OF
this county. Mr.. Purinton has been q
commissioner about five years. Nobody
can point to an instance where he has
not performed unshrinkingly his duty as
he understood it. Iferrors he made, they
were of the head, and not of the heart
In the action of the board Of commission
ers during these years, Mr.. Purinton has
done one mans full share in helping first
to place, then to keep, Trego county the
ideal of counties in Kansas whose public
business is well managed.
In his retirement from official station,
the World wishes Mr. Purinton long
of happy years.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
Baptist Church Ladies' Society.


The Ladies Society of the Baptist
church met at the residence of Mrs. F.
Il. Walker, Tuesday afternoon, at half
past two o'clock. A large number OF
ladies were present, and the meeting was
one of unusual interest. The day being
assigned to foreign mission work, letters
were read from the foreign field, one be-
ing from Mrs. Vinton, of the Rangoon
Sgan Karen mission; another from Mrs.
Mason, of Ningpo, China, and very in
teresting one from Kashabia, a native
converted Brahmin woman, of western
Hindostan. Her appeals to the Christian
women of America to send the light of
the gospel to her heather sisters were
very touching. An article upon the duty
ofcheerful and systematic giving, entitled
Thanksgiving Ann" was read. It had
been announced that the mission boxes
distributed by Miss Miller would be
opened at this meeting, but as very few
of them were brought in, it was decided
to collect the remainder, to be opened at
our next meeting, which will also be a
foreign mission session. It will meet
with Mrs. Brooks. All ladies interested
are invited to be present.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

j. M. Patten, of Wa-Keeney, Kans.
for the past two years head clerk in the
firm of Monroe & Henkel, at that place,
is now connected with the firm of Holton
& Higday, of Dighton, RAMS, and being
familiar with all the late rulings of the
department, will give advice and attend
to all business before the q. 8. land of
fee .-DigAfom Herald
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

C-Marshall & Ufford have secured the
room now occupied by Wilson, Murray &
Co., and will have an arch cut through
the dividing wall Immediately west of the
post-ofice room. This will double their
already large facilities for handling
goods. The change will be made as
soon as the bank removes to their new
brick block.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
a Card of Thanks.

Personally, and In the name Of the So
ciety, / tender thanks to the Band fol
the able assistance they rendered In
making our first public entertainment a
success We also thank all other persons
who contributed to our needs. Our next
meeting win be held at Mrs. Judge Os-
horns at two o'clock P. M. the day after
The FIRST lecture of Mrs. Emmons, to take
place in q week or two.
Mrs. A. L. FusoN, Pres.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
Drilling For Coal at Trerolia

Andy Nickel writes from Wa-Keeney
that on the 9th he viii commence to drill
for coal at Tregola, four miles from the
Rocks coonty line, and has contract &c
go down 500 feet, with the Tregolian Goa
Mining Company. Rocks County Record
Mr.. Nickel has recently purchased an
engine to take the place of the horse
power heretofore used to run his drill.
He has also received an extra cable, 500
feet long. Thus equipped, It viii moi
be Mickel's fault il the Treeolians don't
have their own fuel to| burn a ~ nenx
fpturp.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
". G. T. D. ENTERTA1NlrNT.
A Crowded House and An Elegant
Program.

At an early hour last Wednesday eve
ming, Opera Hall was filed to its utmos
capacity, the occasion being, as previous
ly announced, a free entertainment by
the Woman's Christian Temperance
Uuion of Wa-Keeney. The ladies of this
city have reputation for never doing
things by halves. That this Society full
ly sustained that reputation will not, We
think, be disputed by any who were sc
fortunate as to be their guests that even.
ing.
The following program was carried out
with credit to all who participated in it
Music, by the Band.
Reading Scriptures, part of 33d chapter
of Ezekiel, and 31st chapter of Proverbs.
Prayer, by Mrs. Burroughs.
Song, by the Society.
introductory Remarks, by the President,
Mrs. Fuson.
Greeting Original Poem-by Mrs.
Marshall
Song Greeting Band of Hope.
Essay-A glance at our Nations Progress
Mrs. Stayt.
Address Temperance-Mrs. Walker.
Song Band of Hope.
Recitation-The Bridal Wine Cup-Mrs.
Carson
Recitation-Not Fit to be Kissed Katie
Alsop.
Recitation-The Marriage Feast-Mrs.
Layman.
Song Reuben and Rachel-Alyie Wake
field and Dell Fuson.
Pantomine-The Temptation Miss
Lille Harrison, Miss Nina York and
Mr.. Charles Barrett.
The audience testified their appreci-
alton of theentertainment by frequent and
hearty applause.
Mrs. Carson and Mrs. Layman deserve
credit for their fine Evolutionary efforts
The song, Reuben and Rachel" by
Dell Fuson and Alive Wakefield, was
admirable.
The pantomine performance, by Miss
Nina York, Miss Lille Harrison and Mr..
Chas. Barrett, was great success, plac-
ing, as it did, the perils of temptation in
a startling light.
But why particularize where all did
so well?
At the conclusion of the exercises the
ladies served refreshments in the form of
ice-cream and cake-and let us remark,
right here, that we never sampled better
and which were partaken of by the
audience with evident relish.
The band boys contributed not little
to the success of the entertainment, play
ing several pieces with their accustomed
skill.
At the conclusion, Mrs. Fuson, Presi-
dent of the Union, announced that
series of temperance lectures would be
delivered in Wa-Keeney during the win
ter. The Society is in correspondence
with some of the best talent obtainable,
and will spare no effort to make the
lectures pleasant feature of the winters
entertainment She also stated that per-
sons DESTROYS of helping the cause would
be given an opportunity to contribute at
a future time.
On the whole, it was most enjoyable
evening, and many were the compliment
tary remarks which were heard, all con-
ceding that the ladies deserved vote of
thanks for their efforts to please.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
Bible Reading.

At the M. E. church at 2:30 P. NJ.
next Sunday The subject of the read
ing may be found in the following chap
tiers: Exodus, II; Deuteronomy Is; Num-
bers "a; LIST Samuel, Is and %; Psalms,
SO, und the whole book of Esther. All
are cordially invited. Bring your bibles.
J. A. STAYT.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

j. L. Keplinger, of Greeley county,
who makes occasional visits to Wa-Kee-
ney with his rubber stamp business, was
in town Thurs day, proving up on his
claim, and called.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The Maxwell ranch, near Victoria, in
Ellis county, has been purchased by
Messrs. John G. Adkin and Henry
Oshant, two old settlers of Ellis county
The ranch contains over 5000 acres, and
the price paid was something over $685.
600. cash.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

IS. r. Hogin has rented the rooms
over the World Office, and has fitted
them up neatly. His patrons will find
him there, prepared to attend to all law
and land matters,
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
TO THE PUBLIC.

In the absence of the editor at Topeka this winter,
our foreman, Jno Barrett will have charge of the
local and business department of the WORLD.
Il lie our aim that feature of getting up first
class journal shall be neglected sighted by our
absence Mr.. Barrett is not only frst-class
worker and number-one workman, but he is famil-
lar with the details OF the variozs branches of work
In this ofice-without which knowledge ON his part
womb be clear of entrusting to him charge
which we deem so responsible.
Money paid to him will be credited faithfully; so
that we now guarantee that no cause for complaint
by the payer the payee win occur. Fine job work
win continue to be specially. Respectfully,
W. 8. TILTON.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The Womans' Relief Corps meet Sat
urday evening, the 22d, at 7:3O, at G. A.
r. Hall. A full attendance is desired.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Mr.. Willis.Anderson, of Waterloo. n
Y, relative of Major Anderson, of Fl
Sumpter fame is visiting w. F. King.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

g. I.Verbeck and wife took advantage
of the fine weather on Tuesday, and
visited Mrs. Verbeck's parents, Mr.. and
Mrs.. B. Walker, on the Saline, return
ing Wednesday evening.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

"A large party of Greeley county PEG.
pie were in the city the fore part of the
week, on land Office business.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Saturday morning the mercury was
down to 18o below zero, and had only
raised to 6 o below at noon.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The new ad. of Morse & Johns looms
up. These gentlemen mean business,
and purchasers of coal, feed, ETC., will do
well to give them call. Their feed mill
is in operation, and they are ready to do
all kings of custom grinding.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

w. s. Harrison is having some new
meat blocks and new counter put in his
meat market. He will also have the
market re-hoored. When completed it
will be one of the best arranged markets
in the west.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

w. O. Olson reported that the mer-
curry was down to 200 below zero last
Sunday morning. This is the coolest it
has been since January s, 1886.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

j. 81. Avery has put up 50 tons of ice
this week. 1t is of good quality, and
about Is inches thick.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

DR.. A. B. Jones's large tower anG
water tank nears completion. It well be
a grand protection against the spreading
of fire in that quarter of the city.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

C. j. Ferris has had his ice house
filed with pureice. Some which we saw
being put there one morning was about
ten inches thick.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

j. E. Alsop found a silk pockethand-
kerchief in the NJ. E. church last Sunday
night, which the owner can have by
calling upon him.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Il have a complete stock of force and
lift pumps, galvanized and plain pipe, cyl
inders all kinds and sizes always on hand.
Call in before you buy your pump.
First door west of Cakes House.
304-4 f. w. LEMON.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

You will notice the change in G. M
Paulps ad. this week. Give him call
and you will find him ready to back the
statements made therein.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

"A key check man was plying b
trade in town to pretty good advantal
the middle of the week.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Monday was busy day in town
People from the country had been kept
at home the latter part of last week by
the extreme cold weather.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Miss Berry, who has been paying a
visit to her sister, Mrs. E. F. Porter, left
for her home in Iowa on Thursday NOR
ning's express.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

j. D. Hamilton, county attorney of
Wallace county, was caller on Wednes-
day morning. He was down to see
about getting the records of Wallace
county transcribed.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The let-up in the weather enabled
building to proceed this week.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

"A fine assortment Of visiting card
just arrived at the World Office.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

J.W. Kerns, the genial druggist o.
Oakley, was in town last Saturday.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The family of Mr.. Frank Diebold are
visiting at the residence of A. 81. Blair.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The Kings, Ill, coal is equal to Canon
City or Rock Springs, and much cheaper.
Sold by MORSE & JoHns5 =
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
Dry Goods
At VERBECK'S.
y

Flour at C. NJ. Paull's cheaper
than at any other place in town.
377
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Thursdays afternoon train from the
east was one hour and ten minutes late.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

IT. s. Freeman, Of Ness City, was q
caller yesterday.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Go to Avery's for frst-class canned
goods. 3lO-tf
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Il sell the water packing cylinders.
3O4-3 F.W LEMON.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

VIM. l.. Cearns, of Grainfeld, was in
Wa-Keeney, Thursday, on land business.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Try the Kings, ILL.,, coal, if you want
nice burning coal; no sulphur, no clink-
ers. Leave your order with
407-tf MORSE & JOHNS.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Rye for seed at sts
388-tf. BURNHAM & MAxwML's.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The most wonderful thing for clean
ing silver, glass, and, In fact everything,
Il Daylight Soap. For sale at KYLr'R
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

All Wool Flannel Sheeting, 80 inches
wide, for $1.00 per yard, at KYLE's.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

II you want pure home made lard
call at Geo. Bakers market, on Russell
We. 4O1
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

IF. W. Lemon & e. M. Prindle have
sold car load of the Challenge windmills
this season, and are making up an order
or another car load. Buy the Challenge;
they are the best. 3042
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
-Rennets at Bakers meat market. 8

Pure syrups at Avery's.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15
Hats and Caps
At vERBECK's.

Go to Avery's for the best brands of
-four. 3lO-tf
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

Graham flour a1d corn meal
c.. M. PAULLs.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1887-01-15

The town company has erected .
very large windmill pump and
tank. Some business houses are
already in full blast, and contracts
have been let for nine more. Ithas q
SCHOOL HOUSE, also a CHURCH.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1887-12-28
GILMAN.
FARMER.

Sleighing splendid, and the boys seem
to take advantage of it.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. O'Keefe and Miss
Ligwalt. of Arlington Heights, are visit
ing at the residence of George Coler.
M. Laffey and M. Flanagan, of Mil
waukee, are spending Christians with
friends and relatives in Clyman.
j. w. McGwiraD, of the c. & NV.
Ry. al Green Lake, passed his Christmas
with bis Clyman relatives and friends.
M. Manning and J. Lafey were in town
yesterday.
P. P. Coler has done some splendid
artistic work on bis new store.
Miss Kittie Robinson, who has charge
of large school at Daggett, Mich, is
home for the holidays.
John Robinson and wife, of Grand
Crossing, ILL.,, are spending the holidays
with relatives and friends.
Among the many guests entertained by
Miss Lizzie McGwiran during the past
few days were: Misses Belle and Tessie
Collins, E. J. Collins, Mr.. and Mrs. John
Collins, Miss Rose and Charles Walsh,
and NJ. Flanagan, of Milwaukee.
Mrs. James Mccarthy and son, of Min
nesota, are spending the holidays with
relatives and friends in this vicinity.
Mrs. Otto Berbohn spent Saturday and
Sunday with friends in Beaver Dam.
Santa Claus seems to be very generous
this year, judging from the numerous
valuable gifts received at the express Of
fee.
Our efficient and ever watchful chair
man, J. Darcy, was in the village on
Monday transacting business with the
town clerk.
Il. Lindemer went to Madison on Sat-
urday. r.f.....
Miss Tessa Driscoll, of Watertown, is
visiting her sister, Mrs. J. Mahony. T.